Quality Engineer 4

Russell Tobin; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 61,992 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

A leading staffing agency seeks a Quality Engineer in Lansing, MI to oversee quality standards in automotive projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and have 8-10 years of experience, particularly in automotive body dimensional engineering. Responsibilities include reviewing quality procedures, leading evaluations of production equipment, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust product standards. This role, requiring strong communication and leadership skills, offers a competitive pay range of $45-$52 per hour.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience required.
• Proven experience in automotive body dimensional engineering or a related field.
• Excellent people management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve quality procedures and designs.
• Supervise programs to evaluate precision of testing equipment.
• Develop methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.

Skills

Creativity

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Detail oriented

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Job description

Overview

Duration: 12+ Months with possible extension as per client business needs

Client: Automotive Company

Pay range: $45–$52/hour on W2

Work Schedule: M-F - 1st shift 6am-4:30pm

Candidates will need to be flexible working weekends. 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off is the expectation. Mostly Saturdays and not Sundays

Job Description

Summary

The main function of a quality engineer is to research and test the design, functionality and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes and develop quality standards. A typical quality engineer has the ability to read and interpret blueprints, and evaluate product integrity and standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve sampling procedures and designs, forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
• Review and supervise programs to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
• May conduct training sessions on quality control activities.
• Considered a specialist in areas of quality control engineering, such as design, incoming material, process control, product evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software, research and development, and administrative application.
• Directs workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product, or process quality and reliability.
• Plans and directs activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products.
• Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in engineering fields such as chemical, electrical, or mechanical.

Skills

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.
• Team player and detail oriented.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawing, schematics and computer-generated reports.
• Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering field, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Education/Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in engineering required.
• 8-10 years’ experience required.
• Execute dimensional analysis, validation, and optimization activities for body structures and components.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to influence product design and ensure robust dimensional performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to identify and resolve dimensional issues.
• Utilize Process Engineering methodologies to develop and implement dimensional control plans and strategies.
• Conduct Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) specifically related to dimensional deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) activities to identify and eliminate waste in dimensional control processes.
• Ensure adherence to Client (Global Manufacturing System) standards and best practices for dimensional control.
• Develop and implement strategies for Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations in dimensional assembly processes.
• May be involved in Lockout Tagout procedures related to dimensional equipment maintenance or setup.
• Utilize people management skills to lead cross-functional teams and drive consensus on dimensional solutions.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor\'s degree in manufacturing related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in automotive body dimensional engineering or a related field
• Excellent people management and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Strong understanding and application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Demonstrated experience with Process Engineering and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Familiarity with Value Stream Mapping (VSM) techniques.
• Knowledge of Client (Global Manufacturing System) principles and applications.
• Understanding of Human Machine Interface (HMI) considerations in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to apply lockout tagout procedures as required.

Benefits

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.